The Caves of Steel
The Caves of Steel is a dystopian work by Isaac Asimov, published in 1954. The Dystopia Index files it under techno-dystopia, tracing documented themes of AI and automation. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.
| Author | Isaac Asimov |
|---|---|
| First published | 1954 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780449024973 |
| Source | Wikipedia · Wikidata · Open Library |
About this entry
The Caves of Steel is a 1950s dystopia by Isaac Asimov. It is first published in United States, originally written in English, and part of the Robot series series. Within this directory it sits among techno-dystopia, surfacing AI and automation. Library catalogues index it under subjects including robots, fiction, fiction, science fiction, hard science fiction, fiction, mystery & detective, general, interplanetary voyages, and murder. The edition on file runs about 224 pages and carries ISBN 9780449024973. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.
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Frequently asked
When was The Caves of Steel published?
The Caves of Steel was first published in 1954.
Who wrote The Caves of Steel?
The Caves of Steel was written by Isaac Asimov.
What kind of dystopia is The Caves of Steel?
The Dystopia Index classifies it under Techno-dystopia, with themes of AI and automation. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.
What is the ISBN of The Caves of Steel?
A catalogued edition of The Caves of Steel carries ISBN-13 9780449024973.
